BREAKING NEWS: Kelley and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Unveil Plans for JR Motorsports’ Historic Entry in NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix to Cement Earnhardt Legacy — Surprise Driver Announced
Phoenix, AZ — In a stunning announcement that has sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community, Kelley Earnhardt Miller and Dale Earnhardt Jr. revealed today that JR Motorsports will make a historic entry into the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway. The entry is being positioned as a powerful tribute to the legacy of Dale Earnhardt Sr., one of the sport’s most iconic figures.
Speaking at a press conference held at JR Motorsports headquarters, Kelley and Dale Jr. emphasized that this move is more than just a race — it’s a symbolic effort to honor the memory and enduring influence of their late father, seven-time NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt Sr. “This is about legacy, family, and the fans,” Dale Jr. stated. “We’re doing this to bring our family name full circle — back into the title conversation where Dad once stood tall.”
The entry marks the first time JR Motorsports will compete in the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race, having previously focused on the Xfinity Series. Kelley Earnhardt Miller described the effort as “a long-awaited dream,” explaining that years of planning, logistical precision, and emotional motivation have gone into preparing for this moment. She added, “It’s the culmination of everything we’ve built together as a family and team.”
Adding to the buzz is the announcement of a surprise driver who will take the wheel of the No. 3-inspired JR Motorsports car. Though speculation has been rampant, the Earnhardts confirmed that the driver is a seasoned veteran with deep roots in NASCAR — someone personally connected to the Earnhardt family and well-acquainted with the pressure of championship racing. The official reveal is scheduled for later this week at a special fan event.
Industry insiders believe this unprecedented move could dramatically shift the dynamic of the Phoenix finale, especially with the emotional weight and public support likely to follow the Earnhardt-backed entry. “It’s not just a race car — it’s a statement,” said one NASCAR analyst. “This could rally fans old and new, and reignite a passion that has long been associated with the Earnhardt name.”
Dale Jr. was careful to note that this isn’t just about nostalgia. “We’re bringing a car that can win,” he said. “This isn’t ceremonial — it’s competitive. We’re here to remind the world of the spirit that made my dad a legend, and to show we’re capable of carrying that torch forward in today’s NASCAR.”
As the countdown begins to the season finale in Phoenix, fans and insiders alike are watching closely to see how this historic entry unfolds. JR Motorsports, once seen as a development-focused team, is now ready to step into the sport’s biggest spotlight — and they’re doing it in the name of one of racing’s greatest legacies. Will this be the moment that cements Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s name into another chapter of history? Time — and the Phoenix track — will soon tell.
